Business Development Associate, SMB (Remote)

Forbes Media LLC

Job Overview

Location

Wilmington

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• Join Forbes Advisor as a Business Development Associate, a pivotal role designed for a motivated and collaborative individual eager to make a significant impact within our dynamic Small Business vertical. Reporting directly to the Director of Business Development, you will be instrumental in driving revenue and growth across our diverse portfolio, with a primary emphasis on optimizing our Performance Marketing strategies.
• In this exciting position, you will actively support the Director of Business Development in achieving ambitious revenue and growth targets. Your day-to-day will involve a proactive approach to identifying and cultivating new business opportunities, ensuring Forbes Advisor remains at the forefront of the industry.
• A key responsibility will be prospecting and conducting outreach to potential new partners. This involves researching target companies, crafting compelling outreach messages, and engaging with key decision-makers to establish initial connections and explore mutually beneficial collaborations.
• Beyond securing new partnerships, you will play a crucial role in nurturing and growing our existing partner relationships. This means understanding their evolving needs, identifying opportunities for expansion, and ensuring they receive exceptional support to maximize their success with Forbes Advisor.
• You will serve as the primary point of contact for all onboarding, legal, and setup requirements for new and existing partners. This necessitates meticulous attention to detail, clear communication with all stakeholders, and efficient coordination to ensure a seamless and timely integration process.
• Collaborate closely with the sales team to develop bespoke media plans and persuasive proposals tailored to the unique needs and objectives of our clients and partners. This involves understanding their marketing goals and translating them into actionable, data-driven strategies.
• Manage the critical process of collecting creative assets, tracking mechanisms, and ad verification details from clients and agency contacts. Ensuring all necessary components are received accurately and on time is vital for successful campaign execution.
• Oversee the entire order creation and management lifecycle, ensuring all details are accurately captured and that campaigns comply with internal requirements and partner agreements.
• Process insertion orders with precision and diligence, guaranteeing adherence to all specified requirements and contractual obligations. This role demands a high level of accuracy and a commitment to maintaining data integrity.
• Coordinate effectively with various internal teams, including marketing, legal, finance, and operations, to project manage all elements required for seamless campaign execution. Your ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration will be key to delivering successful campaigns.
• Partner closely with internal teams to manage and reconcile billing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all financial transactions related to partner campaigns.
• Assist the sales team in identifying and capitalizing on opportunities for upselling and renewing existing business. This involves understanding partner performance, identifying areas for growth, and proactively engaging them to extend and enhance our partnerships.
• This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop a deep understanding of the performance marketing landscape within the SMB sector, contributing directly to the strategic growth of Forbes Advisor.
• You will be empowered to take ownership of your responsibilities, demonstrating initiative and a results-oriented mindset in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by providing feedback and insights that help refine our business development processes and strategies.
• The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver, adept at navigating complex challenges and committed to delivering outstanding results for both our partners and Forbes Advisor.
• This is a remote position, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere within the designated region, fostering a healthy work-life balance.
• You will be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, partnership, and shared success, contributing to the overall mission of Forbes Advisor to empower small businesses.

🎯 Requirements

• Proven experience in Affiliate Marketing or Business Development, with a strong preference for candidates with a background in the SMB vertical.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to manage stress effectively and juggle multiple account challenges concurrently, maintaining a calm and professional demeanor under pressure.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, for reporting, analysis, and presentation purposes.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation package designed to reward your contributions and expertise.
• Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote work arrangement.
• Benefit from Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO), allowing you to take time when you need it most.
• Experience an extended holiday break with the week between Christmas and New Year's Day off.
• Receive a generous home office setup stipend to create your ideal workspace.
• Support your well-being with a comprehensive wellness reimbursement program.

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About Forbes Media LLC

Forbes Media LLC is a New Jersey-based global media and information company best known for Forbes magazine, founded in 1917. It publishes business news, investing, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership, and lifestyle content across print, digital, and live events. The company licenses its brand for international editions and maintains extensive real-time reporting, lists, and rankings such as the Forbes 400 and Global Billionaires. Through Forbes.com and licensed platforms, it reaches more than 150 million monthly readers worldwide, supported by advertising, subscriptions, and brand extensions.

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